Tag Archives: 3 Little Figs

Brunch is big business and Somerville is home to many of the area’s best spots to dine on favorite morning meals. I polled my Twitter and Facebook followers to discover their favorite brunch places in Somerville. Here’s what they said–along with … Continue reading →

This weekend marks the official start of summer and there are plenty of events to help you celebrate a day we never thought would come in the dark depths of winter. In addition to our picks below, I recommend checking … Continue reading →

After what has felt like the longest winter ever, we got a taste of spring this week and it was oh so sweet. The weekend looks a bit dreary, but there are plenty of fun events happening in Somerville to … Continue reading →

There are way more than six things I love about Somerville, but today I’m bringing you a short list of stuff I can’t get enough of right now. They aren’t in any particular order and I could’ve added dozens more items, … Continue reading →

I remember just a few years ago when it seemed like hardly anyone had even heard of Union Square. Now it seems there’s an event there every weekend and this Saturday is no exception, with the Ignite! Fire and Street … Continue reading →

MEM Tea is practically ubiquitous in cafes around Somerville and its big storefront on Highland Ave. made its presence known to everyone in town. And while the burgeoning wholesale import tea business recently relocated to Watertown, it’s still a big … Continue reading →

There are so many fun things going on in and around Somerville this weekend! The Union Square Farmers Market is back, which makes this Saturday seem like the unofficial kick off of summer. There’s also free ice cream, a flea … Continue reading →

Having lived in Somerville for several years, I’ve seen many businesses come and go at 278 Highland Ave. But since 3 Little Figs moved in seven months ago, the space has become a vibrant community gathering spot serving high-quality, delicious … Continue reading →

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